ModificationsThe main differences between the previous VeloPark plans and this new scheme are on the western side of the site. The track still crosses the River Lea, but the south-bound loop is situation nearer to the Olympic Velodrome.

Michael Humphreys, chair of the Eastway Users’ Group, said: “The road circuit is now more like Eastway with a mix of tight and flowing turns offering exactly the same 24m elevation change per 1.6km lap. If you want it slightly less twisty you now have the option to race a 1.4km lap, cutting out three turns.”

The new Eastway site plan, as designed by Hopkins Architects

Clearer futureFull details of the eastern side of the site – to be devoted to off-road cycling – are yet to be finalised, although Humphreys is urging one scheme (which divides this area in two with a public thoroughfare) to be rejected.

Plans for the MTB and cyclo-cross site; the EUG are urging the diagonal pathway is dropped from the proposals

Humphreys added: “After so many years and so many meetings it would be great to know riders can now look at what really is on the way to replace Eastway when the Games are gone.

“Every rider has their views on what makes a good circuit. Hillingdon and Hog Hill might be on each end of the spectrum and the new Eastway might be somewhere in the middle. A dense urban setting might be able to provide the open spaces and trail interest for off-road riding.

“You’ll only know the plans are right for you when you’ve been along to the meeting and made your views known.”

*The meeting takes place at Stratford Old Town Hall, November 3 at 6.30pm.

Looks like there’s going to be a lot of shouting around Stratford on November 3. Its absolutely ridiculous this has dragged on for so long, doesn’t bode well for the Olympics themselves. Seems to be far too many ‘suits’ with nothing else to do but justify their self-importance. Up the League!

Ol Rappaport

When are we going to get the velodrome at the Hillingdon Cycle Circuit? I’m going to be too old to ride if they don’t hurry up!